Following the discovery of the shelter in the Fairy Cave in the 19th century and the Neanderthals who lived there 42,000 years ago, Châtelperron gave its name to the Châtelperronian culture. Through fun and educational scenographic reconstructions, video sequences detailing the different sizes of flint tools and the exhibition of various objects, Préhistorama retraces the daily lives of these men. The archaeological adventure promises many surprises!
Located on a natural site offering an exceptional panorama of the Limagne plain, this theme park allows you to travel through the history of life through exhibitions, digital animations and educational workshops. For a day or more, young and old are invited to immerse themselves in the most fabulous of stories. Emotions guaranteed.
PROGRAMMING 2024
Throughout the season :
“The hidden face of Lucy” – Escape Game
This ESCAPE GAME will take place in the office of Yves Coppens, eminent scientist with world renown, discoverer of the most famous australopithecus. Players are invited to solve puzzles linked to a secret held by the famous paleoanthropologist. The part will revolve around the study of hominins and their evolution with a view to discovering this emblematic fossil. ESCAPE GAME level: Intermediate.
This museum brings together Gallo-Roman remains found during excavations carried out in the town since the 19th century, as well as objects from the private collections of local scholars. Open since 1995, in a beautiful 15th century residence, the Museum invites you to discover Gallo-Roman civilization and the distant origins of urban life.